Ill.-Chicago Flames vs Missouri St. Bears Betting Picks & Predictions
The UIC Flames are set to take on the Missouri State Bears in a pivotal MVC matchup on Tuesday night at Great Southern Bank Arena. The Flames will be looking to improve their
Game outlook
The UIC Flames are set to take on the Missouri State Bears in a pivotal MVC matchup on Tuesday night at Great Southern Bank Arena. The Flames will be looking to improve their standing in the conference, coming off a 92-87 loss to Belmont. The Bears, meanwhile, are looking to rebound from their recent 69-60 loss to Bradley. Missouri State holds a 4-1 record in their last 10 games against UIC. Missouri State is the current betting favorite at -2.5, with the line remaining steady. Find out more in this UIC Flames vs. Missouri State Bears prediction.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Flames +124 | Bears -150
Spread: Flames +2.5 (-110) | Bears -2.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 139.25 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Missouri St. will win straight-up is 60%.
Ill.-Chicago Flames
The Flames had their five-game winning streak snapped by Belmont in their last game, but they will look to bounce back and secure their sixth win in their last seven games when they play on Tuesday. UIC averages 80 points per game and scored 87 points in their last game, shooting 46.9 percent from the field and 34.3 percent from three-point range. Ahmad Henderson II led the team with 18 points and four assists, Javon Jackson added 17 points and eight rebounds, and Tyem Freeman contributed 13 points, five rebounds, and three assists. However, the Flames have struggled defensively, giving up an average of 73.9 points per game and allowing 92 points in their last game. With a power ranking of 115, UIC is ranked 93 in offense and 222 in defense, with a record of 9-5 this season. Their offensive stats include shooting 47.13 percent from the field, 72.22 percent from the free-throw line, and 36.63 percent from three-point range. Defensively, they allow opponents to shoot 43.81 percent from the field, 67.06 percent from the free-throw line, and 33.81 percent from three-point range. The Flames also average 38.69 rebounds and 16.92 offensive assists per game. To improve their chances of winning, UIC will need a stronger defensive effort in their upcoming game.